Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

Chapter 381

Chapter 381

Sherilyn sat frozen, a storm of emotions having just passed, leaving her in a state of

maybe? Playing the role of a shield was never easy,

confusion. He’s gone. Gone for?

especially having to watch Gilbert and his… sister–in–law get all flirty. Ugh.

She rested her hand gentl

on her stomach, whispering a silent prayer. If only some divine intervention could grant her wish to bear a child! Watching Gilbert and Caroline exchanging glances filled with affection was more than she could bear.

Downstairs, Gilbert hadn’t managed to shake off his foul mood.

Caroline noticed immediately. Taking his jacket from him, she flashed a sly grin. “Did leaving me here get her all worked up?”

“No,” Gilbert replied, shaking his head, though feeling an uncomfortable tightness in his

chest.

let out a scoff. “Don’t lie to me. I can tell she’s upset. But why should she be? I knew you long before she was even born. Why should she be upset? She’s not your wife. Even if she was, she has no right

words only added to

should head to bed,” he said, before turning to walk upstairs.

he annoyed with her, or was he just eager to console Sherilyn? Gripping the jacket tighter, she

“Gilbert, oh, Gilbert.”

:

hadn’t expected Gilbert to come back so soon. Without turning on the light, he laid down beside her and wrapped his arm around her.

could smell his cologne mixed with a

her resolve, she couldn’t help but speak, “Can you… maybe sleep in the

her closer. “This is my

abruptly. “Just for tonight, please? Consider it a

the bedside lamp. His

you plan to keep

a deep breath. “You

11:22

I can’t sleep.”

sniffed at his pajama top.

notice your own